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SUMMARY:St. John’s hangs on to defeat Algonquin
DESCRIPTION:By Jeff Slovin\, Contributing Writer \nSt. John’s freshman Nathan Bangandozou brings the ball down the court as he prepares to shoot during a game against Algonquin.\nShrewsbury – The St. John’s School boys’ basketball team defeated visiting Algonquin Regional by a score of 65-60 in a game played Thursday\, February 15. \nSean Burke led St. John’s scoring with 19 points while Bobby Duquette scored 16. Hunter Gorgas and Lucas SanFratello each scored 10. \nBrian Duffy scored 15 points for Algonquin\, with Kyle Henderson and Nick Redden each adding 15 points. \nWith the win\, St. John’s improves to 13-6 on the season while Algonquin falls to 12-7. \n(Photo/Jeff Slovin) \nSt. John’s Sean Burke drives towards the basket during the first quarter.\nSt. John’s fans cheer on their team during a break in the action.\n
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SUMMARY:Homes and More for Feb16
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URL:https://www.communityadvocate.com/2018/02/16/homes-and-more-for-feb16/
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SUMMARY:Classifieds for Feb16
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SUMMARY:Warren E. Rogers Jr.\, 73\, of Grafton
DESCRIPTION:Grafton – Warren E. Rogers Jr.\, 73\, passed away Tuesday\, Feb. 13\, 2018 at Milford Regional Hospital following a lengthy illness. \nHe is survived by his fiancé\, Carol Lipscomb; his children\, Julie Rogers\, Timothy Rogers and his wife Kendra\, Daniel Rogers\, Ronald Lipscomb\, and James Lipscomb; his grandchildren\, Stephanie\, Joshua\, Cassandra\, Joseph\, Craig\, Jacob\, and Abigail; and his brother\, Allan Rogers. \nWarren was born Oct. 18\, 1944 in Needham\, son of the late Isabel (Tomaino) and Warren E. Rogers Sr. He graduated from Marian High School and from there spent time living all over New England. \nFor several years\, he called New Hampshire home where he operated his own real estate company and took great joy in his farm. He also lived in western Massachusetts where he worked at the Federal Courthouse in Springfield\, and he was an electrician by trade and worked at Dennison among other companies for many years. \nAway from work he enjoyed bringing in new seasons tending his gardens\, and was known to revel in buying and selling cars. \nFor the last 10 years\, he lived in South Grafton with the love of his life\, Carol Lipscomb\, and was known to always have a beloved German Shepherd at home. \nIn lieu of flowers\, please honor Warren with a donation to benefit animals that he loved to the ASPCA at www.ASPCA.org. \nAll are welcome to gather with Warren’s family Saturday\, Feb. 17\, from 9-10:30 a.m.\, at Roney Funeral Home\, 152 Worcester St.\, North Grafton\, followed by a prayer service at the funeral home at 10:30 a.m. He will then be laid to rest at Fairview Cemetery in South Grafton. \nA Book of Memories to share a story or memory of Warren is available online at www.RoneyFuneralHome.com. \n
URL:https://www.communityadvocate.com/2018/02/16/warren-e-rogers-jr-73-grafton/
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SUMMARY:Selectmen delay town meeting for recreational marijuana sales in a deadlocked split vote
DESCRIPTION:By Melanie Petrucci\, Senior Community Reporter \nShrewsbury – The Board of Selectmen discussed options for a Special Town Meeting (STM) at their Feb. 13 meeting. The STM had been tentatively scheduled for Thursday\, March 8\, regarding recreational marijuana facilities in town. Options for warrant articles include: an outright ban; regulation; or to offer them both on the same warrant. The board was split and could not agree to which of the options that the STM should involve\, so it was postponed. No new date has been set at this time. \nSelectmen Jim Kane and Beth Casavant were in favor of holding a STM for the outright ban of recreational marijuana. The two in favor of offering a warrant with the choice of both the ban or to regulate were selectmen Moira Miller and Maurice DePalo. \nChair John Lebeaux was not in attendance and had previously recused himself from this issue because\, as commissioner of the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources\, there was a conflict of interest involving the Cannabis Control Commission. Without Lebeaux\, the board was at an impasse. \nTown Planner Bernie Cahill was present at the meeting and draft warrant articles were provided covering options for the board to consider. Among the articles were provisions for taxation and regulation of edibles. \nKane kicked off the discussion. \n“On the matter of this issue resulting from Question 4 [Nov. 2016 Ballot Question]\, I think we should call a Special Town Meeting for March 8\, with a warrant of one question\, opting out… \n“I think it’s worth noting that Question 4 failed in our town 55-45 percent which would be a landslide defeat in any race\,” he added\, noting that in the public hearing the opinion was overwhelming in favor of prohibition. \nDePalo questioned the need to do anything right now because the town has a moratorium until Nov. 18. He is in favor of the approach to offer Town Meeting the choice to opt out or regulate (via changes to general bylaws). \n“In my opinion it makes sense to move forward and let Town Meeting debate this as to whether or not to opt out of recreational marijuana in all categories…and I think it would just provide the direction of where we need to go\,” Casavant said. \nMiller stated that she does not support a ban based on the argument that the town of Shrewsbury was against the ballot-led initiative\, suggesting that many voted against it because it was written. Since then\, the legislature\, with educators and public health professionals weighing in\, have made changes. \nAfter considerable back and forth and a split vote of a STM Warrant with only the opt-out option\, the board postponed the STM. \nKane asked if the draft bylaws could be put on the next meeting’s agenda Tuesday\, Feb. 27\, and if the current versions of the draft bylaws could be recirculated so everyone is on the same page. The board was in agreement. \n
URL:https://www.communityadvocate.com/2018/02/15/selectmen-delay-town-meeting-for-recreational-marijuana-sales-in-a-deadlocked-split-vote/
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SUMMARY:Town manager reviews initial FY2019 budget with selectmen
DESCRIPTION:By Melanie Petrucci\, Senior Community Reporter \nShrewsbury – Town Manager Kevin Mizikar presented his initial FY2019 budget of $140\,807\,922 to the Board of Selectmen at their Feb. 13 meeting. This budget is more than $12 million greater than FY2018. \nThe operating budget comes in at $122\,098\,941 million and represents a 1.69-percent increase over the current fiscal year. This budget is\, for the most part\, a level-serviced program. \n“This provides $1.5 million in funding increase for the school department which is certainly not enough to meet the superintendent’s initial proposal\, but we will work together in finding additional funding if it becomes available…\,” Mizikar said. “I know that the superintendent will be looking for ways to lower his request through the budget process. \n“As far as municipal staffing goes we are proposing to increase by one additional full-time police officer and a full-time position within the building inspector’s department\,” Mizikar added. \nThe budget included an investment in infrastructure of over $10 million in water and sewer projects with most coming from a $6.5 million request for the Route 20 sewer connection with the city of Worcester. \nMizikar noted that the budget also provides for a capital improvement plan of $1.6 million to fund non-infrastructure projects\, improvements to buildings and one-time funded services. He also said that he looks forward to working with the board\, the Finance Committee and members of the community in finalizing the budget for Town Meeting in May. \n“Regarding the [sewer] connection to Worcester\, what is the timing and is there reimbursement from the commonwealth?” asked Selectman Jim Kane. Mizikar responded that the commonwealth has provided a grant to Worcester but there is no reimbursement mechanism for Shrewsbury. Negotiations with Worcester are ongoing. The connection should be complete in 2019. \nSelectman Maurice DePalo commended Mizikar on doing a great job coming up to speed so quickly on his first budget as Shrewsbury’s town manager. \n
URL:https://www.communityadvocate.com/2018/02/15/town-manager-reviews-initial-fy2019-budget-with-selectmen/
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SUMMARY:New Cookbook Book Club and ‘CAN Your Fines’ at Westborough Library
DESCRIPTION:Westborough – The Westborough Public Library\, 55 W. Main St.\, will hold the first meeting of its new Cookbook Book Club Tuesday\, Feb. 27\, at 6:30 p.m. Participants will make a recipe from a designated cookbook to bring and share with the group. Copies of the first cookbook for the March meeting will be available. The group will go over the process for picking a recipe so that participants are not duplicating dishes and will also choose the dates for the next several meetings. Get your thinking caps on and bring ideas for a name for the club! Register on the library website\, www.town.westborough.ma.us/public-library. For more information\, call 508-366-3050. \nIn addition\, February is “CAN Your Fines” Month at Westborough Public Library. Westborough residents who have past due fines can pay off those fines with food donations throughout the month of February. The “CAN your Fines” program is only for fines. Charges for lost or damaged materials or other fees will not be forgiven. Donated food must be non-perishable and not damaged or expired. All food donations will be delivered to the Westborough Food Pantry. \n
URL:https://www.communityadvocate.com/2018/02/15/new-cookbook-book-club-can-fines-westborough-library/
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SUMMARY:Westborough students hope to spread passion for community service
DESCRIPTION:By Nance Ebert\, Contributing Writer \nWestborough- Abigail McLucas and Elizabeth Hopkinson\, both students at Westborough High School\, are on a mission to empower students of all ages with their passion for community service and leadership. \nThere are currently more than 100 students actively looking for opportunities so they are spreading the word to try to help connect students find a niche with service in the community and beyond. \nAccording to Hopkinson\, Connor Schoen\, now a freshman at Harvard University\, started the Service Learning Initiative (SLI) last year. \n“The three of us are Project 351 members\, which is a statewide youth service organization\,” she explained. “As eighth-graders\, members are selected from town in a year of service and leadership. We were selected by Principal Jack Foley and our guidance counselors. The focus is on unsung heroes\, quiet leaders and those who have shown commitment for growth.” \nProject 351 got its name from the number of cities and towns in the state of Massachusetts. As an ambassador\, the students partake in a year of service\, leadership\, workshops and service projects\, which are the most important focus. \n“There are two big events that take place during the year and one of them took place this past weekend. It’s called “Launch Day” which is a day of celebration and the day we kick off with the new class. It’s typically in Boston at Faneuil Hall or the JFK Library and held over the Dr. Martin Luther King weekend\,” said McLucas. \nThe girls applied to be part of the Alumni Leadership panel so they could continue with Project 351 in a mentorship capacity. It’s run as a council and typically there is one alumnus to 10 current ambassadors. \n“This year we were honored to reach our 3\,000th ambassador in the last eight years\,” said McLucas. \n“This is such a phenomenal organization that empowers students to give them the tools to serve. To have someone tell you\, as an eighth-grader\, that you can make a difference is so powerful. To encourage you to believe in yourself and be a ‘change-maker’ is fantastic\,” said Hopkinson. \nThe girls are hoping to take that spirit and make it accessible to all. They know the importance of taking what they have learned and make connections in all of the schools to reach the students in Westborough. The SLI enables them to work with Service Council and Student Council groups at the schools and go into the classrooms and talk about kindness\, what service is and why it’s important. They want the students to know that they have a voice and they can actually make positive changes through humility\, gratitude\, kindness and more. \n“Community service is not just about running a clothing drive but of acts of kindness during the day and being grateful. We challenge them to partake in three acts of kindness each day and ways that they can thank a teacher. We want kids to grow into service as leaders. These kids are incredible and passionate\,” said McLucas. \nThe administrators and teachers have been most supportive and allow for students to meet during lunch and other times. They put much care and support in helping to recognize service and leadership. \n“We are so lucky to be in a district where leadership and character are recognized as being just as important as math or reading. We are grateful to have the support of the teachers throughout the schools. There is power that comes with service and leadership\,” said Hopkinson. \nFor additional information\, email westboroughservicelearning@gmail.com. \n(Photos/submitted) \n
URL:https://www.communityadvocate.com/2018/02/15/westborough-students-hope-to-spread-passion-for-community-service/
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SUMMARY:Presentation on the history of medicine in New England Feb. 28
DESCRIPTION:Shrewsbury – The Shrewsbury Historical Society\, 19 Church Road\, will present “A Brief History of Medicine in Early 19th-century New England” Wednesday\, Feb. 28\, at 7 p.m. \nHow was medical care provided in a world without knowledge of germs or even a good understanding of biology\, especially when governments did not regulate medicine or license doctors? Was it all just superstition and snake oil? This presentation will consider these questions as it examines health care before it became scientific… or a big business. \nPresenter Tom Kelleher is historian and curator of Mechanical Arts at Old Sturbridge Village. In almost 30 years there\, he has worked as a costumed historical interpreter\, trainer for the cooper shop\, supervisor of the mills\, coordinator of historic trades\, research historian and program coordinator. \nThe event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. For more information\, email shrewsburyhistory@townisp.com. \n \n
URL:https://www.communityadvocate.com/2018/02/15/presentation-on-the-history-of-medicine-in-new-england-feb-28/
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SUMMARY:Shrewsbury Woman's Club to hold meeting March 2
DESCRIPTION:Shrewsbury – The Shrewsbury Woman’s Club monthly meeting will be held Friday\, March 2\, at 12 p.m.\, at the First Congregational Church\, on Church Rd\, in Shrewsbury. The program will be a presentation by the Shrewsbury vineyard\, Broken Creek Winery. The Art Corner will be “Unusual Wine Bottles”. Dessert will be served from 12-12:45 p.m. The program is sponsored by the Vice President of SWC. All women are welcome. \n
URL:https://www.communityadvocate.com/2018/02/15/shrewsbury-womans-club-hold-meeting-march-2/
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SUMMARY:Shrewsbury Sweethearts Town Pageant encourages confidence and leadership
DESCRIPTION:By Melanie Petrucci\, Senior Community Reporter \nContestants in the 2017 pageant (Photo/submitted)\nShrewsbury – The Shrewsbury Sweethearts Town Pageant is about building confidence and leadership skills among its participants. Now in its second year\, the pageant is open to girls from Shrewsbury who are in grades five through 12 and Shrewsbury Girl Scouts who live in other towns. \nIts director and founder\, Elliana Davis\, came up with the idea for the pageant while she was a student at Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School as a project for her Girl Scout Gold Award project titled “Operation Spreading Confidence.” She is now a freshman at Framingham State University. \n“Last year’s pageant was so much fun\,” she said. “I think the best part of it was that it was my first time [directing] and then I got to experience it with all the girls who were in it from Shrewsbury.” \nThis year’s event will take place Saturday\, March 10\, at 7 p.m. at St. John’s High School in Shrewsbury. \nElliana became involved with pageants during her freshman year of high school as a way to build her own confidence and make friends. She began competing with National American Miss pageants and was named Miss Worcester in 2017. She is also the reigning Miss New England’s Silver Queen in Couto Pageants. \nShe has taken the same principles of building confidence\, a sense of community and commitment to excellence from the pageants she has participated in and applied them to this contest. One challenge she has come up against\, however\, while planning the pageants is the negative connotations associated with the word pageant – specifically\, negative body image and self-esteem. \n“Stereotypes are hard to break and are a big deal for some to overcome\,” noted Elliana’s mother\, Meika Davis. She recalled a particular contestant from last year’s pageant who was new to the area and\, as a result of her participation in the pageant\, had the confidence to try out for the cheerleading squad and class president. \nThere were 12 girls who participated in the event last year. They are hoping to build upon that so it can become an annual event. New this year is the awarding of the Blue and Gold Sweetheart Awards\, honoring the spirit of Juliet Gordon Low (founder of Girl Scouts USA) for two contestants who are Girl Scouts. \nThe event is supported by Shrewsbury Girls Scouts and the Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts. Sponsors are welcome and interested businesses or community groups can purchase an advertisement in the pageant program booklet at the Bronze\, Silver\, Gold or Platinum levels starting at $50. \nFor further information\, contact MissShrewsbury17@gmail.com or 508-901-7620. \nElliana Davis (File photo)\n
URL:https://www.communityadvocate.com/2018/02/15/shrewsbury-sweethearts-town-pageant-encourages-confidence-and-leadership/
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SUMMARY:Shrewsbury Trails to host family fun day
DESCRIPTION:Shrewsbury – The Shrewsbury Trails Committee invites you to come out for wintery (with or without snow) family fun on Sunday\, Feb. 25 at Lake Street Park. At 10:15 a.m. take a wildlife tracking walk with local expert Bob Moore. Drop in from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to enjoy hot cocoa and s’mores around the fire; explore the Park’s trails with your own snowshoes and cross-country skis; try a little snow sculpture; see Boy Scout created “dog” sleds; and more. The event is free but the Committee is accepting cash donations toward purchase of a gas\, walk-behind string trimmer-mower and other trails maintenance supplies. Lake Street Park is at 430 Lake\, next to SAC Park. For more information email trails01545@gmail.com or call 508 523-1621. \n
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SUMMARY:Assabet Valley nurse program receives grant
DESCRIPTION:Students practice simulated scenarios in the nursing program. (Photo/submitted)\nRegion – The Assabet Valley Regional Technical School-Practical Nurse Program (AVRTS-PNP) recently received a Responsive Grant to upgrade the Clinical Resource Center – Simulation Lab from the Metrowest Health Foundation. This grant will provide a new audiovisual system for live streaming of simulation scenarios to the classroom\, a video library and faculty training for the new software. \nSimulation is well-established in the literature as an excellent teaching method. AVRTS-PNP is committed to this method and additional training and resources will allow us to maximize the benefit to our students. Graduation of skilled nurses\, prepared for the local workforce\, is consistent with the mission of the Metrowest Health Foundation. \nA Metrowest Health Foundation Grant was awarded in 2006 for the original construction of the Center and Assabet PN students receive Metrowest Health Foundation Scholarships annually. The partnership between Assabet Valley Regional Technical School Practical Nurse Program and the Metrowest Health Foundation has been instrumental in PN program success. \n
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SUMMARY:St. Rose to hold Lenten Parish Mission
DESCRIPTION:Northborough – St. Rose of Lima Church\, 244 W. Main St. (Rt. 20)\, Northborough\, will offer a Lenten Parish Mission Sunday\, Feb. 25 through Wed. Feb. 28. All are welcome. Rev. William Clark\, S.J. will preach on the theme: “Come Away and Rest Awhile.” Fr. Clark is a Jesuit and an associate professor at the College of the Holy Cross. His areas of expertise include: Church\, Theology and Christian Prayer. All services are 7-8 p.m. except Wednesday which is a closing Family Mass beginning at 6 p.m. Tuesday’s service will be a Family Penance Service. \n
URL:https://www.communityadvocate.com/2018/02/15/st-rose-hold-lenten-parish-mission/
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SUMMARY:Northborough seniors prepare for Valentine’s Day
DESCRIPTION:By Melanie Petrucci\, Contributing Writer \nShirley Mollenhauer with her card.\nNorthborough – Northborough seniors were treated to a morning of crafts Feb. 5 at the Northborough Senior Center. Over a dozen participants gathered to make Valentine cards for their sweethearts as well as cards for all occasions. Michele Palmer\, marketing director from Around the Clock Home Healthcare (event sponsor) provided the coffee\, snacks and a $25 Dunkin Donut gift card. This was one of many events offered at the Northborough Senior Center. For more information\, visit http://www.town.northborough.ma.us/Pages/NorthboroughMA_SeniorCenter/index \n(Photos/ courtesy Michele Palmer) \nLinda Thomasino is the door prize winner.\n
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SUMMARY:Northborough couple teach disabled to ski
DESCRIPTION:By Liz Nolan\, Contributing Writer \nBarbara and Fred Kohout (Photo/Debra Roberts)\nNorthborough – Fred and Barbara Kohout are no strangers to a ski slope. They have enjoyed the winter sport for most of their lives\, and have shared their love of the sport as certified ski instructors at various ski resorts for 20 years. They also have volunteered their time at a number of adaptive ski programs\, and have been instrumental in the Waterville Valley Adaptive Sports (WVAS) Learn-to-Ski weekend in New Hampshire\, which started three years ago. \nOver the years\, the Kohouts have worked with children with disabilities\, as well as with wounded warriors through different organizations that partner with WVAS. \nWVAS provides adaptive lessons with private instruction in alpine skiing\, snowboarding\, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing to individuals with a wide range of disabilities. \nThe WVAS Learn-to-Ski weekend program received starter grants in 2016 and 2017 from the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation. There is an application process and participants for this year have already been selected. Families with children with disabilities are encouraged to apply next year. \nFred is retired and said he and Barbara are in New Hampshire almost every weekend during the winter. \n“It is good to give something back\,” he said. \nBarbara is the executive director and founder of Applied Behavioral Associates\, LLC in Marlborough\, which provides outpatient behavioral health and autism services. She understands many of the challenges the child and family may experience\, including the opportunity to enjoy recreational and social events together. \n“Every kid wants to be a part of something\,” said Fred. “It’s amazing to see someone make such rapid progress who didn’t think they could do it.” \nFred and Barbara both feel the Learn-to-Ski weekends are a great thing not only for the kids\, but also for their families. \nIn addition to providing two nights of lodging\, lift tickets\, lessons and a few meals\, the weekend includes a family social. \nBarbara said the social aspect is a big piece of the weekend as it connects families and builds relationships in an environment where there is an increased level of empathy and understanding of challenges. \nThe feedback from families who have participated in the program has been extremely positive and complimentary of the level of commitment of the staff working with the kids. The lessons are private\, typically with a 2-to-1 instructor-to-child ratio. \n“Everybody does have success in two days\,” said Barbara. “The program is fun and works well. The teaching is a visual and kinesthetic approach.” \nThe words\, “I learned to ski in one weekend\,” have been repeated by participants. Many describe the weekend as amazing and write notes to share how the program made a difference for their family. \nThe program is set up for success and the Kohouts are proud of those successes. \n“We have seen some students become volunteers\,” said Fred. \nThere are various ways the program raises funds in order to continue its mission\, including business sponsors. One of the biggest ways is the Ski-a-Thon weekend\, which was held Feb. 3. \nAdditional information can be found at www.watervilleadaptive.com. \nThe Kohouts with skiers on the first Learn to Ski weekend sponsored by the Flutie Grant at Waterville Valley. (Photo/submitted)\n
URL:https://www.communityadvocate.com/2018/02/15/northborough-couple-teach-disabled-to-ski/
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SUMMARY:Northborough to elect delegates to Democratic state convention
DESCRIPTION:Northborough – Registered Democrats in Northborough will hold a caucus Monday\, Feb. 26 at 6:30 p.m. at the Northborough Police Department’s Community Room\, 211 Main St.\, to elect delegates and alternates to the 2018 Massachusetts State Democratic Convention. \nThis year’s state convention will be held Friday\, June 1 and Saturday\, June 2\, at the DCU Center in Worcester\, where Democrats from across the state will come together to endorse Democratic candidates for statewide office\, including Constitutional Officers and gubernatorial candidates. \nThe caucus is open to all registered and pre-registered Democrats in Northborough. Pre-registered Democrats who will be 18 by September 18\, 2018 will allowed to participate and run as a delegate or alternate. Northborough can elect seven delegates and four alternates to the Convention. \nYouth\, minorities\, people with disabilities\, and LGBTQ individuals who are not elected as delegates or alternates may apply to be “add-on” delegates\, either at the caucus or online at www.massdems.org \nThose interested in getting involved in the Northborough Democratic Town Committee should contact Jean Poteete at jean.poteete@verizon.net or 508-393-9737 or visit https://b-m.facebook.com/NorthboroughDems. \n
URL:https://www.communityadvocate.com/2018/02/15/northborough-elect-delegates-democratic-state-convention/
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SUMMARY:Local missionaries spread message of Christianity to far reaches of the world
DESCRIPTION:By Joan F. Simoneau\, Community Reporter \nAdam and Kelly Beam of Marlborough are missionaries on a seven-year mission to Cambodia with their children Karis and Rocco. (Photo/submitted)\nMarlborough – Adam and Kelly Beam of Marlborough have frequently traveled around the world in service with Overland Missions\, an organization that focuses exclusively on unreached places where no missionary has ever visited. Just going to places where the people do not have access to the Christian message and giving them access is intriguing\, they said. \nAlthough they grew up a thousand miles apart\, Kelly in Marlborough and Adam in Central Florida\, they both had a desire to engage in Christian missionary work. They met in 2004 when they were students at Southeastern University in Florida. They began dating and married in 2007. \n“We agreed that we would one day be living in a remote area as missionaries\,” said Kelly. Adam spent much of the past 10 years learning construction\, house framing\, mechanical engineering and other practical skills to enhance his ability to help in these remote areas. \nKelly became a cosmetologist\, a licensed ESL teacher\, received her master’s degree in Educational Leadership – all of which have given her skills to help those she is working with to enrich their lives. \n“With the internet at our fingertips it was nearly impossible for us to imagine the reality that there are still places in the world today where people don’t have access to even hearing about God\, let along having local healthy place where they can go to be taught\, discipled and grow in their understanding of God’s love and desires for them\,” said Kelly. \nIn the summer of 2016 they led a group of teens and adults from their home church\, Grace Baptist Church in Hudson\, on a trip to Zambia\, South Africa\, to bring the Christian message. They observed miraculous results in the natives there who live mostly in fear and torment from evil spirits\, according to Adam. \n“In the third world context a real Christian\, empowered by the Lord\, has real power and can give real hope the way Jesus did\,” he said. \nWith much anticipation and delight\, Kelly\, Adam\, and their two children\, Karis\, 3; and Rocco\, 2\, recently embarked on a full-time\, seven-year mission in Cambodia. \n“I went to Cambodia in Southeast Asia when I was 16 years old and that inspired me to return there again\,” said Kelly. “We will return home during the holidays but head right back to Cambodia.” \n
URL:https://www.communityadvocate.com/2018/02/15/local-missionaries-spread-message-of-christianity-to-far-reaches-of-the-world/
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SUMMARY:Upcoming events for teens\, tweens and adults at the Marlborough Library
DESCRIPTION:Marlborough – The Marlborough Public Library\, 35 W. Main St.\, will offer free school vacation activities for teens\, plus tech learning events for adults. \nFor teens in grades 6-12\, the library will hold several events. Pre-registration is required. \nA craft event\, “Washer Jewelry\,” Tuesday\, Feb. 20\, from 1:30-2:30 p.m. to create a unique pendant\, bracelet or keychain using washers and thread. \nOn Wednesday\, Feb. 21\, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.\, the library will hold a Book Brunch. Teens can share your their reviews (positive or negative)\, get recommendations for what to read next\, and enjoy some brunch treats. The teen librarian will also share brand new young adult (YA) titles and give participants first dibs before they hit the library shelves. \nIn “Cosplay Creations\,” Thursday\, Feb. 22\, from 2-3:30 p.m. teens will make a DIY cosplay headband\, such as Pikachu ears\, a Naruto headband\, or unicorn horn. All supplies will be provided. \nArtLab will be held Friday\, Feb. 23\, from 2 -3:30 p.m. Teens will take a blank canvas and acrylic paints to make their own unique masterpiece. \nFinally\, on Saturday\, Feb. 24\, from 10-10:45 a.m.\, the library’s book club for tweens in grades 5-8\, “BeTween the Lines\,” will meet. Participants will have a fun book chat and enjoy some snacks. This month’s book is “Found” by Margaret Peterson Haddix. \nFor adults\, one-on-one tech help will be offered Wednesday\, Feb. 21\, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. in the Bigelow Auditorium. Registration required. Call the Reference Desk at 508-624-6992 to sign up for an individual help session. They can assist with basic computer skills on laptops\, tablets and phones including Internet searching\, email\, Microsoft Office\, downloading e-books\, online job applications\, genealogy and social media. \nOn Thursday\, Feb. 22\, “Online Tools to Find Your Next Great Read” to learn about the many online tools that you can use to explore authors and titles. Registration required. \nFor more information\, call 508-624-6900. For times and days of events\, or to register online\, visit http://bit.ly/MarlboroughLibraryEvents. \n
URL:https://www.communityadvocate.com/2018/02/15/upcoming-events-for-teens-tweens-and-adults-at-the-marlborough-library/
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SUMMARY:Marlborough Historical Society to present program on Henry Knox
DESCRIPTION:Henry Knox (Photo/submitted)\nMarlborough –The Marlborough Historical Society will present “Henry Knox\, Revolutionary War Hero” on Tuesday\, Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. This illuminating presentation will be given by Bob Kane\, curator of the society and Attorney Douglas Rowe. \nHenry Knox was well-known as the leader who brought the cannons down Main Street\, Marlborough\, on their way to Fort Ticonderoga to Boston. Knox was born in Boston and later became the first U.S. secretary of war. \nThis event will take place at the home of the Marlborough Historical Society\, the Peter Rice Homestead\, 377 Elm St.\, Marlborough. There is parking directly across the street. This event is free and refreshments will be served. \n
URL:https://www.communityadvocate.com/2018/02/15/marlborough-historical-society-to-present-program-on-henry-knox/
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SUMMARY:Fly fishing hobbyist to share passion at free event
DESCRIPTION:By Ed Karvoski Jr.\, Contributing Writer \nArmand Courchaine demonstrates fly tying during an event last year sponsored by International Federation of Fly Fishers North Eastern Council at the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife in Westborough. (Photo/Sheila Courchaine)\nMarlborough/Sudbury – Armand Courchaine of Marlborough discovered a love for fishing and the art of fly tying as a child. Now a retired electrician\, he’s committed to continue sharing his longtime passion with others. \nCourchaine is once again serving as event chair for the 11th annual Fly Tying and Bamboo Rod Building Demonstration to take place Sunday\, March 18\, from 10.a.m. to 4 p.m.\, in the second-floor ballroom at Longfellow’s Wayside Inn\, 72 Wayside Inn Rd. in Sudbury. \nOriginally from Fall River\, Courchaine cherishes memories of fishing with his father. \n“My father got into fishing later in his life\,” he explained. “I vividly remember fishing with him the first time I caught a freshwater bass when I was 8 years old.” \nSoon after getting hooked on fishing he learned about fly tying\, a process of creating an artificial fly to catch fish. A 9-year-old Courchaine got hired as a fly tyer at a sporting goods store and worked there until age 13. \n“My friends had newspaper routes and here I am\, working as a fly tyer\,” he said with a laugh. \nAt age 15\, Courchaine asked a neighbor to drive him to Boston for meetings of the United Fly Tyers (UFT). After serving in the Navy from 1962 to ‘67\, beginning with a deployment during the Cuban Missile Crisis\, Courchaine returned to meetings and was elected club president in 1973. During his absence\, he stayed informed on club happenings via monthly newsletters sent to him overseas. \nAlso a member of the saltwater fly fishing club Rhody Fly Rodders based in Riverside\, R.I\, he served multiple terms as its president and now as advisor. In 1994\, he founded the Crossroads Anglers\, a fly fishing club that meets monthly in South Foxborough. \nIn 2006\, another UFT member told Courchaine about big fish stocked in Josephine’s Pond at Wayside Inn. Courchaine noted that the inn’s beverage manager\, Doug Bugley of Southborough\, bought $500 worth of 16- to 18-inch brown and rainbow trout for the pond to give children a place to learn how to fish. Bugley passed away in 2008 of brain cancer. \n“Doug told me that I was his best friend and asked me to do him a favor\,” Courchaine relayed. “He said\, ‘Keep this pond going.’ He wanted children and adults to continue enjoying fishing there.” \nA group known as Friends of Josephine’s Pond was established by Courchaine and Bugley to educate the public about fly fishing. Courchaine annually volunteers to stock the pond with trout. \n“The fly tying event means so much to me\,” he said. “You only need four things in your life: God\, your family\, your business and a hobby. If one is missing it’s like driving down the road with a flat tire – you won’t go very far.” \nThe free event will feature demonstrations by 15 fly tyers. Fred Kretchman will return for his third year to demonstrate how to make bamboo fly rods. For more information\, contact Courchaine at 508-982-1931 or ajflyfish@yahoo.com\, or Wayside Inn at 978-443-1776. \n
URL:https://www.communityadvocate.com/2018/02/15/fly-fishing-hobbyist-to-share-passion-at-free-event/
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SUMMARY:Spurr House should be saved from demolition
DESCRIPTION:To the Editor: \nA few months ago I was driving west on Rt. 2. As one worked their way around the Concord rotary there was a huge sign up on the hill announcing the sale of some publicly owned land. For the months and months that the town of Westborough\, under the direction of the Board of Selectmen\, was ostensibly trying to sell the Spurr House located at 7 Parkman\, I wondered why a for sale sign similar to the one seen from Rt. 2 was not also prominently placed in the front yard. Would it not be advantageous to an eventual sale of this property to have the 1\,000s of library patrons or other passersby see that it was for sale? \nThe decision on the part of the Board of Selectmen to reject the $115\,000 bid makes more sense when you take the quote from Selectmen Drewry about his belief that what it needed\, more than the revenue from the bid to purchase the property\, is more parking. What will come with the rejected bid will be the cost of demolition born by the town. The last house paid to have torn down to make way for the Hastings expansion cost $50\,000. There will then be the cost of creating the parking lot\, plowing the new lot and maintaining it over the years. \nThe decision to not take $115\,000 and thereby end up with a renovated home keeping in the character of the downtown and the viability of the neighborhood should be considered. The decision to pave over even more of Westborough and trigger even more heat island effect and induced demand is short-sighted. If parking at the Forbes is as desperately needed as claimed maybe some of the police officers could park at the Fire Department and take the short walk to work before they begin their shifts. The town needs to think about the ways to encourage higher density living and less car traffic and the sales versus demolition of the Spurr House is a way to do both. I hope that those vying for contested seats in the upcoming Board of Selectmen race will consider that there are residents who would love to see this home saved\, while at the same time\, savings the taxpayers no small amount of money. \n \nRespectfully\, \nEric Waite \nWestborough \n
URL:https://www.communityadvocate.com/2018/02/15/spurr-house-should-be-saved-from-demolition/
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SUMMARY:Area Democrats talk domestic surveillance in first major campaign event
DESCRIPTION:By Dakota Antelman\, Contributing Writer \nCandidates stand on the stage shortly after entering for the Feb. 6 forum. (Photo by/Dakota Antelman)\nHudson – Democratic candidates to replace retiring US Representative Niki Tsongas focused on domestic surveillance among other issues in a forum at Hudson’s Portuguese Club Feb. 6. The event was the first this election season to gather all 13 Democratic candidates in the same room. \nSponsored by the Hudson\, Marlborough\, and Maynard Democratic Committees\, the forum lasted roughly two hours. It attracted several hundred constituents from Massachusetts’ Third Congressional District\, which runs along the border with New Hampshire from Haverhill to Winchendon and south to Marlborough. \n“It is important that the Democratic voters in the district have the opportunity to see and hear from the candidates hoping to become the next member of Congress from their district\,” said Jane Chertoff\, chair of the Hudson Democratic Town Committee in a press release before the event. \nWith experience in both the public and private sectors\, the list of candidates in attendance included Alexandra Chandler\, Abhijit “Beej” Das\, Rufus Gifford\, Steve Kerrigan\, Dan Koh\, Barbara L’Italien\, Patrick Littlefield\, Bopha Malone\, Leonard Golder\, Juana Matias\, Terry Ryan\, Keith St. John\, and Lori Trahan. Newly declared candidate Jeff Ballenger also attended but did not participate in the forum as he began his campaign too late to be included. \nDiscussing topics ranging from the electoral college to health care\, candidates repeatedly weighed in on issues surrounding surveillance of American citizens. In doing so\, they offered their thoughts on the Patriot Act\, which then president George W Bush signed following the September 11 attacks to loosen restrictions on domestic surveillance. \nDas\, who said he opposed any form of government surveillance in his youth\, said the 2013 Boston Marathon Bombing changed his mind about the issue. \n“I thought\, ‘Gosh\, nothing is worth losing a limb for\,’” he said. “So I would authorize a modified version of the Patriot Act. I do think today’s threats are more powerful than yesterday’s threats.” \nWhile the majority of candidates aligned with Das in emphasizing their mixed feelings about the Patriot Act\, Alexandra Chandler took a slightly different approach. In still saying the act needs revision\, Chandler cautioned that “we need to apply a scalpel” when amending the Patriot Act. Prior to running for congress\, Chandler worked in the intelligence community\, a career she took up after witnessing the September 11 attacks from New York City. \nShe argued that the US can\, notably\, close the controversial prison at Guantanamo Bay\, and eliminate torture “without overturning everything under the Patriot Act.” \nThough their other key policy issues were often similar\, candidates did differ in the tone and frequency of their references to President Trump. Koh was one of several candidates who frequently mentioned Trump in his responses. Others\, like Gifford\, spoke less frequently of the president. \nThe night also included scattered mentions of the representative candidates are racing to replace — Tsongas. \nTsongas first won her seat in 2007 and announced in Aug. 2017 her plans to retire at the end of her current term. The news caught political insiders by surprise\, suddenly putting in play an office solidly under Tsongas’ control since she first won it. \nDespite losing every US Representative election in Massachusetts since 1994\, Republicans were optimistic that scattered blocks of blue collar conservative workers within the district could help them swing the seat. \nDemocrats\, meanwhile\, were confident they could hold it\, leading to the crowded field of candidates at the Feb. 5 forum seven months before the party’s primary on Sept. 4. \nThough candidates have already raised more than $4 million for their campaigns\, the Feb. 6 candidates forum was a first for a diverse field. Having sponsored that unofficial start to the campaign season\, organizers were happy with what their forum accomplished. \n“It was difficult\,” Jane Chertoff said. “We didn’t quite know how effective it would be\, but\, in fact\, I think that people did get a good sense of who the candidates are.” \n
URL:https://www.communityadvocate.com/2018/02/15/area-democrats-talk-domestic-surveillance-in-first-major-campaign-event/
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SUMMARY:Observing Ash Wednesday in downtown Hudson
DESCRIPTION:By Ed Karvoski Jr.\, Contributing Writer \nThe Rev. Roseanne Roberts places ashes on the foreheads of Dennis and Joann Gour.Photo/Ed Karvoski Jr.\nHudson – Observing Ash Wednesday on Feb. 14\, the first day of Lent\, was made more accessible for a number of Christians by the Rev. Roseanne Roberts\, pastor of the First United Methodist Church of Hudson. For the second year\, she offered ashes for an hour midday on Main Street near Avidia Bank. Passersby could get ashes placed on their forehead or the back of a hand. \nLater that day a meditation open house with four interactive prayer stations and distribution of ashes took place in the nearby church sanctuary at 34 Felton St. For information about the parish\, visit hudsonfumc.org or on Facebook at facebook.com/HudsonFUMC. \n
URL:https://www.communityadvocate.com/2018/02/15/observing-ash-wednesday-downtown-hudson/
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SUMMARY:Shrewsbury Police investigating report of 'suspicious man'
DESCRIPTION:Shrewsbury – The Shrewsbury Police Department released this statement this afternoon: \nOn Wednesday February 14\, 2018 at approximately 6:02 p.m. the Shrewsbury Police took a report of a suspicious incident that had occurred in the vicinity of Flamingo Circle in Shrewsbury. A 12-year-old male reported that at approximately 5:30 p.m. he was standing at Oriole Circle and Flamingo Circle when a vehicle described as a plain white van with black rims drove by and slowed down. The male became nervous and ran to his house a short distance away on Flamingo Circle. The male then states the van parked a short distance away from his house and a passenger got out and started running towards his house and him. The 12-year-old male ran into his house and hid. There was no further contact made with suspicious person or vehicle. Also no further description of the suspicious vehicle or person was attained. \nThe Shrewsbury Police will continue to investigate and will increase police presence in the area. Any further information on the incident please contact Officer Alicia Brownell who is investigating the incident at 508-845-4681. \n \n
URL:https://www.communityadvocate.com/2018/02/15/shrewsbury-police-investigating-report-suspicious-man/
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SUMMARY:Richard Bartkus\, 75\, of North Grafton
DESCRIPTION:North Grafton – Richard James Bartkus\, 75\, of North Grafton\, passed away Monday\, Feb. 12\, 2018\, at UMass Hospital in Worcester. \nRichard is survived by his children\, Dr. James R. Bartkus and his wife Alissa of New Orleans and Karen Aubuchon and her husband Jeffrey of Spencer; five grandchildren\, Shea Michael\, Lucas James\, Maevey Rose\, Finnian Kenmore\, and Malachy Fenway; a close friend\, Debbie Leighton; his former wife\, Patricia (Parker) Bartkus; two brothers; and nieces and nephews. \nRichard was born in Worcester\, son of the late\, Frank G. and Marjorie V. (Comerford) Bartkus. He graduated from WITI\, and later earned a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from Worcester State College. He furthered his education at Worcester State\, earning an additional Bachelor’s Degree in Education and a Master’s Degree in Elementary Education. \nRichard served his nation proudly in the United States Navy\, receiving two Honorable Discharges. He served aboard both the USS Juneau and USS Allagash. He continued to remain connected to his Naval Service through the USS Allagash Alumni Association\, travelling and participating in many reunions throughout the country. \nHe was a retired associate court officer from Worcester District Court\, where he had worked for nine years. Richard had previously worked in education for many years prior as a substitute teacher\, and special education teacher\, and prior to that as a graphic artist with Worcester City Hospital. \nHe was an active member of Our Lady of Lourdes Church\, where he also taught CCD. He was a member of the Worcester Lodge of Elks number 243\, the Worcester Boys Club Association\, the American Bell Association\, International\, serving as Chairman of the New England Chapter from 2009-2011. He volunteered regularly for the March of Dimes\, Friendly House\, and YOU Inc. \nCalling hours for Richard will be held Friday\, Feb. 16\, from 4-7 p.m.\, in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL\, 370 Plantation St.\, Worcester. His funeral will take place Monday\, Feb. 19 from the funeral home\, departing in procession at 9:40 a.m. for a 10 a.m. funeral Mass at Our Lady of Lourdes Church\, 1290 Grafton St.\, Worcester. Interment will follow in Worcester County Memorial Park of Paxton. \nIn lieu of flowers\, donations in his memory may be made to The Worcester Boys and Girls Club\, 65 Tainter St.\, Worcester\, MA 01610 or by visiting www.bgcworcester.org. \n
URL:https://www.communityadvocate.com/2018/02/15/richard-bartkus-75-north-grafton/
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SUMMARY:Alfred J. Daigle\, 57\, of Marlborough
DESCRIPTION:Marlborough – Alfred J. “Big Al” Daigle\, 57\, of Marlborough\, died Tuesday\, Feb. 13\, 2018 at UMass Medical Center after suffering a stroke. \nHe was born in New Brunswick\, Canada\, the son of Norbert J. and Norma M. (Landry) Daigle\, and moved to Massachusetts in 1962. He was raised and educated in Waltham\, a graduate of Waltham High School\, class of 1979. \nHe worked at Delta Projects in Dedham and Needham for 27 years\, and previously was employed at Walter E. Fernald Developmental Center in Waltham for 12 years. \nBig Al enjoyed arranging and growing flowers\, interior and exterior design\, Marilyn Monroe\, live music\, vacationing in Provincetown\, and was a proud member of the LGBTQ community. He would design incredible Halloween displays each year at his home that were so amazing people came from near and far just to enjoy them. He was always the life of the party! \nHe will be remembered for the kind\, generous compassionate man that he was. Forever going out his way to help others\, whether he knew them or not. \nHe leaves his parents\, Norbert “Bert” and Norma “Daigle of Marlborough\, with whom he lived\, and his dog\, Chi Chi LaRue\, all of Marlborough. He also leaves many cousins\, aunts\, uncles\, and close friends. \nCalling hours will be held Friday\, Feb. 16\, from 5-8 p.m.\, in the Fitzgerald & Collins Funeral Home (www.CollinsFuneral.com)\, 378 Lincoln St.\, Marlborough. A Celebration of his Life will be held Saturday\, Feb. 17\, at 10 a.m.\, in the funeral home. Following cremation\, burial will be held in Canada. \nIn lieu of flowers\, donations in his memory may be made to Massachusetts Advocates Standing Strong at https://www.ma-advocates.org. \n
URL:https://www.communityadvocate.com/2018/02/15/alfred-j-daigle-57-marlborough/
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SUMMARY:Make the most of the spring market
DESCRIPTION:Michelle Gillespie\, Realtor Direct Line: 508-934-9818 michelle@michellegillespie.com www.michellegillespie.com Keller Williams Realty Pinnacle Metrowest\nSpring is the best time of the year to sell your home. The snow is melting\, spring flowers are blooming and the largest number of buyers are actively searching for a new home during the months of March\, April and May. The spring real estate market will be here shortly. To prepare your home for sale this spring\, let me suggest some strategies to get the most out of your property. From cosmetic to strategic\, smart sellers can take advantage of my simple tips to help close the deal. \n \nCreate spring curb appeal \nLook and evaluate your home as if you were a potential buyer. This is the most important step you can take to ensure that your house sells for a reasonable price. By improving your home’s appearance\, you will attract potential buyers. \n \nDo some spring cleaning \nTouch up the paint\, polish the floors and scrub away! Wash windows inside and out and remove screens to let in the most light possible. Buyers love to see a lot of natural light in a home. A sparkling home will impress buyers\, make your home seem even more appealing\, and add value to the bottom line. \n \nBox up your winter items \nThese bulky items take up a lot of space\, so move them out as you de-clutter your closets. You will impress buyers with all the extra space. \n \nBring spring aromas indoors \nSpring is not only a colorful season\, but a fragrant one\, too. Bring the aroma indoors. Scents have a profound effect on mood\, so infusing scent into your décor with diffusers and fresh-cut plants and flowers can change the overall feeling of a space. \n \nSpruce up your entryway \nReplace your doormat with a new one and add a few containers of annuals. A clean\, attractive doorway will help set the tone for the entire showing and will show the buyers the care you take in your home. \n \nGive some attention to the exterior \nYour home only has one chance to make a great first impression on buyers\, and that starts with the exterior. Once the snow has melted\, it’s time to spruce up the outside of your home. Rake the yard\, trim back bushes\, and plant some spring flowers such as pansies\, geraniums and other spring annuals. Touching up the exterior paint can make your house shine. \n \nWhat are the market conditions? \nThe market conditions for sellers this year are fantastic! Supply is low\, sale prices are increasing and buyers are looking for new inventory. Many of my properties sold last year for asking price or even higher within 30 days\, and we often saw multiple offers. Buyers are relocating to this area\, couples are downsizing and families are buying up. With current interest rates remaining low and buyers looking for fresh inventory\, this is an excellent time to sell your home. \n \nMy marketing plans will work for you \nAs a top producing agent\, I take pride in my marketing plans and it shows in my sales. To showcase your home\, I hire a professional photographer to take photos of your home\, create a professional layout of your property\, create a video and offer professional staging. Exposure is the key! Your potential buyers will begin their search on the internet and they will have instant access to information about your property through our industry-leading website network. \nIn addition to internet marketing\, I provide my clients with print and direct mail advertising to ensure as much coverage for their listing as possible. \n \nMake the most of this spring season. \nIf you choose to sell your home this spring\, let me help you market\, stage and prepare your home to sell in the shortest period of time. Let’s maximize first impressions and attract multiple offers by following the tips in this article. \n \nReady to sell? \nIf you are thinking of selling your home this spring and would like to discuss the best approach for a positive outcome\, call me\, Michelle Gillespie\, at 508-934-9818\, or email: michelle@michellegillespie.com. Visit my website at www.michellegillespie.com \n \nEach office is independently owned and operated. \n \n \n \n \nMichelle Gillespie\, Realtor Direct Line: 508-934-9818 \nmichelle@michellegillespie.com \nwww.michellegillespie.com \nMICHELLE GILLESPIE REALTORS \n
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SUMMARY:Local communities make top 20 Safest Cities list
DESCRIPTION:Region – SafeWise\, a professional review and comparison website\, has released a report identifying what they say are the 20 safest cities in Massachusetts. According to a press release from the company\, Shrewsbury is the second safest\, Northborough is sixth and Hudson is 11th. \nTo compile the list\, the company reviewed the 2016 FBI crime report statistics and population data. Cities that fell below identified population thresholds (13\,818) or that failed to submit a complete crime report to the FBI were excluded from the ranking system. \nTheir evaluation was based on the number of reported violent crimes (aggravated assault\, murder\, rape\, and robbery) in each city. If there was a tie\, they also factored in the number of property crimes (burglary\, arson\, larceny-theft\, and motor vehicle theft). They also calculated the rate of crimes per 1\,000 people in each city. \nAccording to their compiled data Shrewsbury has a population of 36\,874; violent crimes per 1\,000: 0.11; Property crimes per 1\,000: 4.77; and total crime: 2.27 percent violent\, 97.73% property. \nNorthborough has a population of 15\,109; violent crimes per 1\,000: 0.20; property crimes per 1\,000: 9.67; and total crime: 2.05 percent violent\, 97.95 percent property. \nHudson has a population of 19\,931; violent crimes per 1\,000: 0.40; property crimes per 1\,000: 11.39 and total crime: 3.52 percent violent\, 96.48 percent property \nAccording to their website\, SafeWise pays writers to do research and provide feedback about products and services. When a reader clicks on the links in their articles\, SafeWise may receive compensation. \n \nThe top 20 safest cities list is: \n\nFranklin\nShrewsbury\nHopkinton\nWinchester\nNeedham\nNorthborough\nHanover\nMilton\nSudbury\nDedham\nHudson\nNorth Andover\nBedford\nReading\nWellesley\nNorton\nNewton\nBelmont\nAndover\nMelrose\n\n \n
URL:https://www.communityadvocate.com/2018/02/14/local-communities-make-top-20-safest-cities-list/
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SUMMARY:Northborough seniors prepare for Valentine’s Day
DESCRIPTION:By Melanie Petrucci\, Contributing Writer \nShirley Mollenhauer with her card.\nNorthborough – Northborough seniors were treated to a morning of crafts Feb. 5 at the Northborough Senior Center. Over a dozen participants gathered to make Valentine cards for their sweethearts as well as cards for all occasions\, Michele Palmer\, marketing director from Around the Clock Home Healthcare (event sponsor) provided the coffee\, snacks and a $25 Dunkin Donut gift card. This was one of many events offered at the Northborough Senior Center. For more information\, visit http://www.town.northborough.ma.us/Pages/NorthboroughMA_SeniorCenter/index \nLinda Thomasino is the door prize winner.\n \n
URL:https://www.communityadvocate.com/2018/02/14/northborough-seniors-prepare-valentines-day/
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